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Emerging Organic/Hybrid Photovoltaic Cells for Indoor Applications: Recent Advances and Perspectives
Author(s) -
Zheng Hao,
Li Deli,
Ran Chenxin,
Zhong Qi,
Song Lin,
Chen Yonghua,
Müller-Buschbaum Peter,
Huang Wei
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
solar rrl
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.544
H-Index - 37
ISSN - 2367-198X
DOI - 10.1002/solr.202100042
Subject(s) - photovoltaic system , photovoltaics , materials science , computer science , engineering physics , electrical engineering , engineering
Due to the continuous development and advances in the Internet of Things, wireless sensors, actuators for human−interactive machines, and indoor low‐power devices require a continuous supply of energy. Photovoltaic cells working under indoor light are suitable candidates for charging these devices because of their high voltages (up to 5 V), low costs, and environmental friendliness. Herein, the research on organic photovoltaic, dye‐sensitized, and perovskite cells in indoor photovoltaic applications with respect to the active layer, modified layer, and preparation process is summarized. The performance enhancement of indoor photovoltaic cells is outlined, including photoactive material selection, bandgap optimization, modification layer function, and device structure design, followed by the prospects and challenges of future developments in indoor photovoltaic cells. With this review an important perspective for the advancement of indoor photovoltaics is offered.